Gravity-defying sweetie cake

Anti-gravity cakes are this year’s must-have trend for birthdays or parties – this stunning Smartie cake will delight kids and grown-ups alike

Lemon meringue cheesecake

Serve a slice of this sweet treat and find yourself in double dessert heaven – lemon meringue pie meets creamy citrus cheesecake

Smoked haddock & cheddar fishcakes with watercress sauce

Serve these smoky, cheesy seafood bites with a vibrant green dipping sauce as a party nibble or sharing starter

Summer vegetable & quail’s egg tart

A bread mix makes an easy cheat’s base and is delicious topped with a creamy pea filling, broad beans, leeks, asparagus and cracked eggs

Heirloom tomato, beet & red onion salad

Use a colourful mix of tomato varieties to create a stunning side for a dinner party – a splash of Pimm’s takes the dressing to the next level

Chopped allotment salad

This crunchy side salad is packed with garden vegetables and makes a brilliant addition to a buffet – serve in teacups for a British twist

Chilled cucumber & prawn skewers

Thread crunchy cucumber and juicy prawns onto skewers to make elegant canapés – perfect for an al fresco dinner party

Radishes with whipped goat’s butter & celery salt

Whole crunchy radishes make a simple alternative to crudités – serve with a creamy and lightly salted goat’s cheese dip

Pomegranate Pimm’s

Add an extra fruity twist to this classic summer drink with pomegranate juice and seeds – double up the quantities to please a crowd

Tomato & courgette risotto

Roast a glut of summer vegetables and serve in this creamy Italian classic, finished with mascarpone and grated Parmesan